Lead Theatrical Lighting, Projection & Audio Technician

BroadwayWorld SA; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

CalPERS pension plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition fee waiver

Job summary

San Diego State University seeks a Theatrical Lighting, Projection, and Audio Specialist to lead lighting, audio, and projection for theatre productions and guide student technicians. The role oversees complex production systems, manages budgets, and installs new technologies on campus.

The incumbent will supervise Graduate Assistants, coordinate with faculty and staff, and train students in safe practices while advancing production goals across multiple shows.

Qualifications

• One to two years of experience working for a theater, repertory or stock company engaged in the applicable production specialty such as lighting production, sound/audio production, or projection.
• Equivalent to three years of experience providing instructional support services in lighting, sound and/or projections for a related unit or discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead for lighting, audio, and projection support across multiple productions, applying advanced knowledge to implement designs and installations.
• Provide lead work direction, training, and day-to-day guidance to Graduate Assistants and student technicians.
• Coordinate production support activities including budgeting support, purchasing, and inventory tracking.
• Coordinate with faculty, staff, and students to support production planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Maintain current knowledge of production technologies and participate in professional development.

Skills

Lighting production

Sound design/production

Projection systems

Technical training

Education

Professional training or coursework in theatre production

Tools

Lighting consoles

Sound equipment

Projection equipment

Job description

San Diego State University seeks a Theatrical Lighting, Projection, and Audio Specialist to lead lighting, audio, and projection for theatre productions and guide student technicians. The role oversees complex production systems, manages budgets, and installs new technologies on campus.

The incumbent will supervise Graduate Assistants, coordinate with faculty and staff, and train students in safe practices while advancing production goals across multiple shows.